Detective Jack Larry Stevens, Lubbock Police Department, Texas

Detective Jack Larry Stevens

Lubbock Police Department, Texas

End of Watch Friday, February 9, 1973

Jack Larry Stevens

Detective Jack Stevens was shot and killed while questioning a parole violator.

He had received word that the parolee was at a local motel. While talking to the subject the man pushed him away, pulled out a gun, and shot at him four times striking him once in the chest. Detective Stevens was able to return and struck the man twice. The man was apprehended and charged with the murder.

Detective Stevens served with the Lubbock Police Department for 10 years. He was survived by his wife and three children.

Bio

Age 31
Tour 10 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Apprehended

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Det. Stevens,
On today, the 44th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Lubbock. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

February 9, 2017